Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica Digilux 3

The following is a extended overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Leica Digilux 3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Kodak and Leica. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and Digilux 3 (7MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced 7 years after the Digilux 3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica Digilux 3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the Digilux 3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Leica Digilux 3. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Leica Digilux 3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has exterior measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Leica Digilux 3 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the Digilux 3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and Digilux 3 is 65 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and Digilux 3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Astro Zoom AZ651 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will show extra detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Astro Zoom AZ651 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.